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Best Places to Visit in Egypt: A Region-by-Region Guide
The best places to visit in Egypt, organized by region and interest: Cairo and Giza, the Nile Valley, Abu Simbel, the Red Sea, Sinai, the Mediterranean coast, and the Western Desert, with advice on how to combine them.
Hurghada Boat Trips: Orange Bay, Giftun, Dolphin House and Mahmya
Orange Bay and Mahmya mean beach time on Big Giftun, reef trips mean more snorkeling, and Dolphin House is a wildlife search with no guaranteed sightings. Choose by the day you want.
Is the Luxor Pass Worth It? (And the Cairo Pass)
The Luxor Pass pays off for three or more days and the premium tombs; the Cairo Pass for several days of sites. How both work and who saves money.
Egypt vs Jordan: Which Should You Visit First?
Egypt first if the pyramids, temples, and the Nile are the draw and you have a week or more; Jordan first if you have about five days and Petra is the priority.
The Jordan Pass and Jordan Entry for Egypt Combination Trips
How Jordan entry works for Egypt combination trips: visa on arrival, what the Jordan Pass covers, arrival points, and what to check before returning to Egypt.
What We Tell Travelers Before Visiting Luxor
How to split Luxor between the East and West Banks, choose tombs in the Valley of the Kings, handle the heat, carriages, and the balloon flight.
Alexandria in One Day
In one day, focus on the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Qaitbay Citadel, and a waterfront lunch, and leave the rest of the city for another visit.
Aswan in Three Days
Three days in Aswan lets you split the city into a core sightseeing day, a full Abu Simbel day and a slower river or Nubian day, so nothing is rushed.
Egypt and Jordan in 12 Days: A Realistic Itinerary
Seven days in Egypt and five in Jordan: Cairo, a 3-night Nile cruise, Petra, Wadi Rum and Amman, linked by a short flight. A realistic 12-day plan with trade-offs.
Cairo and Alexandria: How Different Are They?
Cairo is the vast gateway to Giza, the major museums, and Islamic and Coptic heritage. Alexandria is a Mediterranean city with a Greco-Roman story, a long seafront and a slower pace.
El Gouna or Hurghada?
El Gouna is a planned lagoon town with marinas and walkable dining. Hurghada is a larger, more varied resort city with a wide range of hotel styles. The right choice depends on how you want to spend evenings.
Old Cairo: What to See in Half a Day
In half a day, focus on Coptic Cairo: the Hanging Church, Abu Serga, Ben Ezra Synagogue, the Coptic Museum and the Mosque of Amr. Leave Islamic Cairo for another day.
How Many Days Do You Need in Luxor?
Plan at least two full sightseeing days in Luxor. A third day is worth it if archaeology is a major interest or you want Dendera, extra tombs or a balloon flight.
Sahl Hasheesh or Hurghada?
Sahl Hasheesh suits a calm, resort-centered stay south of the city. Central Hurghada suits travelers who want more hotels, restaurants and freedom to explore.
What to See in Luxor
The core Luxor sights on both banks, the best additions, museums, where to stay and sample two- and three-day plans for a first visit.
How Many Days Do You Need in Aswan?
Plan at least one full sightseeing day in Aswan. Two days gives a relaxed river experience, and a third day makes Abu Simbel comfortable rather than rushed.
Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea: How Many Days Does Jordan Need?
Five days suits most travelers: two at Petra, a night in Wadi Rum, a day for Jerash or Madaba, and time at the Dead Sea. Plans for four to seven days.
Hurghada With Children
Hurghada works very well for families after a sightseeing-heavy Egypt trip. Prioritize easy beach access, family room setups and a realistic balance of outings and downtime.
How Many Days Do You Need in Cairo?
Two full sightseeing days covers the main first-time highlights. Three days is better for Giza, the Grand Egyptian Museum, Saqqara and historic Cairo at a comfortable pace.
Snorkeling in Hurghada: Practical Guide
Hurghada is a beginner-friendly snorkeling base. Most of the main reefs are reached by boat, so choose your trip by boat quality, group size and guiding, not price.
Should Cairo Come Before or After Your Nile Cruise?
Cairo first suits international arrival and jet lag; Cairo last gives a buffer before your flight home. On trips of 10 days or more, splitting Cairo often works best.
Aswan to Luxor: Cruise or Road?
Comparing the 3-night Nile cruise, the road transfer via Kom Ombo and Edfu, and the train between Aswan and Luxor, with a clear guide to who should choose which.
Cairo, Aswan and Luxor: Which Order Makes the Most Sense?
Both directions work. Your Nile cruise decides the order: four nights Luxor to Aswan or three nights Aswan to Luxor. Choose the sailing that fits your dates, then fit Cairo around it.
Getting From Luxor to Hurghada
Most trips link Luxor and Hurghada by a road transfer of about four hours. Your options, what the drive is like, and how to plan the transition day.
Day Trips From Sharm El Sheikh
Compare day trips from Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohammed and Tiran for reefs, Dahab for a relaxed coast, St. Catherine and Mount Sinai, and Petra as a request-to-confirm extension.
Cairo + Nile Cruise or Cairo + Nile + Red Sea?
Add the Red Sea when you can give it at least three nights and want a slower finish. If your whole trip is 10 days or fewer, Cairo plus the Nile is usually the cleaner route.
Cairo and Luxor or Cairo and a Nile Cruise?
Choose Cairo and Luxor for a week focused on the major ancient sites. Choose Cairo plus a Nile cruise with nine or more days to add Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and slow river travel.
Cairo to Aswan: Flight or Train?
Most travelers should fly: about 90 minutes in the air versus around 13 hours on the sleeper train. The train suits rail lovers with a spare night.
Luxor in Three Days
Spend day one on the West Bank, day two on the East Bank, then make day three your own: Dendera, Deir el-Medina and the Tombs of the Nobles, the museums, or a slower river day.
Cairo to Alexandria: Day Trip or Overnight?
A day trip covers Alexandria's headline sights in one long day; an overnight adds an evening on the Corniche and a gentler pace. Here is how to choose.
Islamic Cairo: Where to Start
Start with Al-Muizz Street, walking from the northern gates to Khan el-Khalili and Bab Zuwayla. Save the Citadel, Sultan Hassan and Ibn Tulun for a separate half day.
Cairo to Luxor: Flight or Train?
Flying takes about an hour; the overnight sleeper takes about 10 hours and arrives around dawn. How to choose, and which option fits a Nile cruise.
Visiting a Nubian Village From Aswan
A Nubian village visit from Aswan is worth a half day when it gives real context and supports local hosts. Here is where to go, what to expect and how to do it well.
What to See in Cairo on a First Trip
Start with Giza and a major museum, then choose one deeper direction: Saqqara and Dahshur, Islamic Cairo, or Coptic Cairo. Plans and tips inside.
East Bank or West Bank: Understanding Luxor
The East Bank is modern Luxor, with Karnak, Luxor Temple, and most hotels. The West Bank holds the royal tombs, mortuary temples, and quieter villages. Most visitors need time on both.
Aswan in Two Days
Use day one for Philae and the city's core sights, then make day two either a slow Nubian and river day or an Abu Simbel excursion, not both.
Marsa Alam or Hurghada?
Hurghada is the easier add-on after Luxor, with more hotels and things to do. Marsa Alam is quieter, with reefs close to shore, and rewards a longer stay.
Is Alexandria Worth Adding to an Egypt Itinerary?
Alexandria is worth adding once your trip has room beyond Cairo and the Nile, usually at 10 days or more. On a short first trip, protect the Pyramids, Luxor and Aswan first.
How to Get From Egypt to Petra
Fly Cairo to Amman and drive three hours, or fly to Aqaba when flights allow. Here is how every route from Egypt to Petra compares, including the Sharm day trip.
Coptic Cairo: Practical Visitor Guide
Coptic Cairo is a compact historic quarter where churches, a synagogue, the Coptic Museum and Roman fortress walls fit into a focused half day, ideally paired with nearby Old Cairo sites.
Birdwatching in Egypt: The Nile, Lake Nasser and the Fayoum
Where to watch birds on an Egypt trip: the Nile from a cruise deck, Aswan's islands, Lake Nasser, the Fayoum, and the Red Sea, plus seasons and planning.
Egypt for Christian Travelers: Coptic Cairo, the Monasteries and Sinai
Coptic Cairo, the Holy Family trail, the desert monasteries of Wadi Natrun and the Red Sea, and Mount Sinai, with a seven-day sample itinerary.
What to Do in Luxor Before or After Your Nile Cruise
Use extra Luxor time for what your cruise rushes or skips: Medinet Habu, Deir el-Medina, the Valley of the Queens, Dendera, and the museums, plus a buffer night that protects your sailing.
Luxor in Two Days
Give one day to the West Bank and one to the East Bank. Two days covers Luxor's essential sites at a sensible pace, as long as you resist adding every secondary temple.
Cairo in Three Days: A More Relaxed Itinerary
With three days, give Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur, and historic Cairo each their own day. You get more time at every site, room for traffic, and a much easier pace.
St. Catherine's Monastery and Mount Sinai
Plan a St. Catherine trip: the overnight Mount Sinai sunrise climb, camel path or steps, what to pack for the cold summit, and what to see inside the 6th-century monastery.
Egypt and Turkey: Istanbul and Cairo in Two Weeks
A day-by-day plan for Istanbul, Cappadocia, Cairo and a four-night Nile cruise in two weeks, with the Istanbul-Cairo flight, sequencing and visa tips.
Hot-Air Ballooning in Luxor: Is It Worth It?
A Luxor balloon flight is worth it if you want a sunrise view of the Nile, fields, and desert as one landscape and can handle a pre-dawn start. It is not a way to see temples up close.
How to Combine Cairo, a Nile Cruise and Hurghada
Start in Cairo, fly south, end your Nile cruise in Luxor and drive to Hurghada for the beach. A sample 12-day route and how to adapt it to your dates.
Is Jordan Worth Adding to an Egypt Trip?
Jordan is worth adding when Petra is a real priority and you can give it three to four nights. As a two-night add-on squeezed between flights, it rarely pays off.
Where to Stay in Cairo for a First Visit
Stay in Giza for the Pyramids and the Grand Egyptian Museum, or near the Nile in Downtown, Garden City, or Zamalek for the city. Plan around traffic, not map distance.
Long Nile Cruises From Cairo: Is the 12-Night Route Worth It?
Long Nile cruises of about 11 to 15 nights sail from Cairo through Middle Egypt to Luxor or Aswan. The route, the sites, the ships, and who it suits.
Dendera From Luxor: Is the Day Trip Worth It?
Yes if you have three or more days in Luxor or love temple art. The Temple of Hathor is a very well-preserved temple, about an hour or so north by road. Skip it on a rushed first visit.
Should Your Nile Cruise Start in Luxor or Aswan?
Luxor to Aswan cruises usually run 4 nights and Aswan to Luxor 3 nights, with the same main temples. Pick the direction that fits your time, flights and next stop.
Day Trips From Cairo Beyond Alexandria
Beyond Alexandria, Cairo has rewarding day trips to Fayoum, the Wadi Natrun monasteries and the Suez Canal. Here is what each involves, and why Minya works better as an overnight.
Giza or Central Cairo: Where Should You Stay?
Choose Giza for easy pyramid and Grand Egyptian Museum access; choose central Cairo for the Nile, downtown, and historic districts. Match the hotel to your main sightseeing days.
Hurghada for Couples
Hurghada works well for couples who want slower days after touring Egypt. The key is choosing the right resort area and hotel style rather than relying on a romantic label.
What to Expect From a Luxor Balloon Flight
A Luxor balloon morning starts before dawn with a pickup and a crossing to the West Bank, followed by inflation, a wind-led flight, and a landing in fields. Here is how it unfolds.
Cairo Day Trip From Hurghada: By Plane or Road?
By air, a Cairo day from Hurghada gives real time at Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum. By road, it means five to six hours each way. Here is how to choose.
Desert Safaris From Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh
Compare quad, buggy, 4x4, sunset and stargazing desert safaris from Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, with honest advice on safety, timing, Bedouin camps and what to wear.
Wadi El Hitan and the Fayoum: Whale Fossils, Lakes and Tunis Village
A full day from Cairo for desert and nature: whale fossils at Wadi El Hitan, the Wadi El Rayan lakes, birdlife on Lake Qarun and lunch among Tunis Village potters.
What to See in Alexandria
Prioritize the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey's Pillar, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Qaitbay Citadel, then add museums and Montaza if you have more time.
Felucca Sailing in Aswan: What to Expect
A felucca is a traditional wind-powered sailboat that offers a slow, quiet hour or two on the Nile in Aswan. Wind sets the route, so the river itself is the point, not a fixed destination.
Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruises: What to Know
Aswan-to-Luxor cruises usually sail three nights downstream via Kom Ombo and Edfu. They suit tighter itineraries, with Abu Simbel best planned on a separate Aswan day.
What to See in Aswan
Start with Philae Temple and time on the Nile, then add Nubian culture, the Tombs of the Nobles, the High Dam and Abu Simbel according to how many days you have.
Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh?
Choose Hurghada for the easiest Red Sea extension after Luxor or a Nile cruise. Choose Sharm El Sheikh when Sinai, house reefs or Ras Mohammed are part of the plan.
How Many Days Do You Need in Hurghada?
Plan three nights for a short Red Sea extension and four or five if you want the coast to feel like a real vacation rather than a transfer stop.
Is Hurghada Worth Adding to an Egypt Trip?
Hurghada is worth adding if you have at least three extra nights and want contrast after touring. Skip it on a short first trip if it would mean rushing Cairo, Luxor or the Nile.
Cairo in Two Days: A Realistic Itinerary
Use one day for Giza and the Grand Egyptian Museum, then spend the second on either Saqqara and Dahshur or historic Cairo. Doing all three in 48 hours adds traffic, not value.
How to Travel Between Cairo, Luxor and Aswan
Fly between Cairo and Upper Egypt, then use a Nile cruise or a road transfer between Luxor and Aswan. Each leg compared, with the sequence we suggest.
Illustrative image7-Day Egypt Itinerary: Cairo, Luxor and Aswan Done Right
Planning a trip to Egypt? Our expert 7-day Egypt itinerary covers the highlights of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan with insider tips for an unforgettable journey.
Photo: Berthold Werner / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Wadi Rum Travel Guide: What to See and How to Plan
What to see in Wadi Rum, how jeep tours and desert camps work, when to go, how it fits a Jordan trip and how to visit respectfully.
Photo: Biologg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Pamukkale & Denizli Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan Pamukkale in Turkey: the white travertine terraces, the ruins of Hierapolis, nearby Laodicea, when to go and how long to stay.
Photo: Benh LIEU SONG / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Ephesus & Selcuk Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan a full day, ideally two nights, for Ephesus and Selcuk: the ancient city, the museum, the Basilica of St. John, and Sirince, with tips on bases and getting there.
Photo: Brocken Inaglory / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Cappadocia Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Cappadocia beyond the balloon photo: valleys, rock-cut churches, underground cities, a three-day plan, and how it fits a wider Turkey or Egypt trip.
Photo: User:Ggia / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Istanbul Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Start with Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Basilica Cistern, then add the bazaars, the Bosphorus and Galata. Three full days covers the essentials well.
Photo: Carrara Guido - And family / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate fit together on a southern Morocco route: the ksar, the Taourirt Kasbah, and film studios, where to stay and how many days to allow.
Photo: Fbrandao.1963 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Chefchaouen Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan Chefchaouen: getting there by road, how many nights to stay, what to see in the blue medina and the Rif Mountains, local food, and how it fits a Morocco trip.
Photo: Sharon Hahn Darlin / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)Casablanca Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
One well-planned day covers Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque, the Habous quarter, Art Deco downtown, and the Atlantic corniche. How to plan it and what to check.
Photo: Timothy A. Gonsalves / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Fez Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Fez over two or three nights: the medina, Fes Jdid and the Mellah, city viewpoints, riads, getting there from Cairo or Casablanca, and day trips to Volubilis.
Photo: Petar Milošević / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Marrakesh Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan your stay in Marrakesh: when to go, how many nights, riad or hotel, the medina and gardens, day trips to the Atlas and coast, food, and a three-day itinerary.
Photo: Faris El-Gwely / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Madaba & Mount Nebo Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan Madaba and Mount Nebo: the mosaic map and churches, the Mount Nebo memorial and view, half-day and full-day plans, seasons, and fitting both into a Jordan trip.
Photo: Petar Milošević / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Jerash Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Everything you need to plan a trip to Jerash: travel from Amman, seasons, time needed, families, where to stay, and how it fits a wider Jordan route.
Photo: Photographed by: Jnn13 Stitched by: LiveChocolate / Wiki… (CC BY-SA 3.0)Turkey Travel Guide
Plan Turkey around a few regions: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale, with sample route lengths, getting between regions, seasons and pairing it with Egypt.
Photo: Timothy A. Gonsalves / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Morocco Travel Guide
Marrakesh, Fez, Casablanca, Chefchaouen and Ait Ben Haddou compared, with route ideas by trip length and the practical details that make a first visit easier.
Photo: Petar Milošević / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Jordan Travel Guide
Plan your Jordan trip: what Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash, Madaba, and the Dead Sea offer, how long to stay, when to go, and how to get around.
Photo: trolvag / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Al Ain Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Al Ain beyond the coast: its UNESCO oases, restored forts, Bronze Age sites, and Jebel Hafeet, with day trip and overnight plans and practical tips.
Photo: Alexandermcnabb / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Umm Al Quwain Travel Guide: What to See and How to Plan
A quiet coastal emirate for heritage and lagoon landscapes. See the museum in Al Ali Fort, the old town and mangroves, and check island access before you plan.
Photo: en:User:MMuzammils / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Ajman Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Ajman in one or two days: the fort museum, Corniche beach, dhow yard, and Al Zorah mangroves, plus where to stay, getting there, and practical tips.
Photo: Bin Al Stroker / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)Fujairah Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Fujairah faces the Gulf of Oman with beaches, Snoopy Island snorkeling, mountain roads, and heritage sights. How to choose your focus, get there, and plan your stay.
Photo: Original: Florian Kriechbaumer Derivative work: Aristeas… (CC BY-SA 4.0)Ras Al Khaimah Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Ras Al Khaimah beyond the zipline: the Jebel Jais road, Dhayah Fort, the pearling village of Al Jazirah Al Hamra, when to go and how to plan your days.
Photo: Sharaf01 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Sharjah Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Sharjah is the UAE culture capital. Plan your days across its restored old town, museums, waterfront, Mleiha desert archaeology, and the east coast.
Photo: Member of the Expedition 22 crew. / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)Dubai Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Three to four days covers Dubai's old Creek districts and modern landmarks at a comfortable pace. Here is when to go, what to see, how to get around and how to pair it with Egypt.
Photo: Producer / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.5)Abu Dhabi Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Abu Dhabi for culture-focused travelers: the Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, a palace and a fort, Al Ain's oasis, a sample plan, and visiting tips.
Photo: Rhododendrites / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)United Arab Emirates Travel Guide
The UAE is seven emirates, not just Dubai. Pair Abu Dhabi and Dubai with an oasis, mountain, or coastal emirate, and plan by distance, season, and interest.
Photo: kairoinfo4u (Hanne Siegmeier) / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)Kharga Oasis Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Kharga Oasis offers the Temple of Hibis, the Bagawat Necropolis, and desert fortresses. What to see, how to get there, when to go, and how to plan the route.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Dakhla Oasis Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Discover Dakhla Oasis: the mud-brick village of Al-Qasr, the Roman temple of Deir el-Hagar and old Balat, with a two-day plan, seasons, access checks and Western Desert combinations.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)White Desert and Farafra Travel Guide: What to See and How to Plan
The White Desert and Farafra Oasis pair chalk formations with a quiet oasis town. See what to prioritize, how long to allow and what to confirm about access and camping.
Photo: Neil Carey / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)Bahariya Oasis Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Bawiti, springs, and Greco-Roman heritage, plus the Black Desert and a White Desert camp: how to plan a responsible two- or three-day trip to Bahariya Oasis.
Photo: Dalia Farid / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Ras Sidr Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Ras Sidr is a quiet Sinai beach town a few hours from Cairo. How to get there, kitesurfing, choosing a resort, side trips, and when to go.
Photo: Berthold Werner / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Saint Catherine Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Saint Catherine in Sinai: how to visit the 6th-century monastery, climb Mount Sinai for sunrise, hike Egypt’s highest peak, and plan one to three nights.
Photo: NYC2TLV / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.5)Taba Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
A practical Taba guide: Pharaoh's Island and its fortress, reefs, and canyons, how Taba compares with other Sinai bases, getting there, and planning onward travel.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Nuweiba Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Nuweiba is a quiet Gulf of Aqaba town of beaches and camps. How to choose where to stay, plan snorkeling and canyon trips, and combine it with Dahab or Jordan.
Photo: Petar Milošević / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Dahab Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan Dahab: getting there from Sharm El Sheikh, snorkeling and diving the shore reefs, the Blue Hole safely, desert trips, Mount Sinai, where to stay and how long.
Photo: Diego Delso / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Sharm El Sheikh Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan Sharm El Sheikh with confidence: the main resort areas, Ras Mohammed, and Tiran reefs, life on land, Mount Sinai, and Dahab day trips, and when to go.
Photo: asands from Nottingham, UK / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)Port Ghalib Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Port Ghalib on Egypt's southern Red Sea: what the marina resort is like, snorkeling, diving and liveaboards, how long to stay and pairing it with the Nile.
Photo: Jan Beránek / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Marsa Alam Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan a Marsa Alam stay: the best bays and reefs, choosing between shore snorkeling, boat trips, and dives, realistic wildlife expectations, seasons, and pairing it with Luxor.
Photo: Marc Ryckaert (MJJR) / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)El Quseir Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
El Quseir is a historic Red Sea port with an Ottoman fort, an old town and reefs close to shore. How to plan a quiet beach stay with real local character.
Photo: Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Lyndon B. Johnso… (Public domain)Soma Bay & Safaga Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Soma Bay is a quiet resort peninsula; Safaga a port town with fine reefs. Compare them, choose your base, and plan beach days, diving, and a trip to Luxor.
Photo: Earth Science and Remote Sensing Unit, Lyndon B. Johnso… (Public domain)Sahl Hasheesh & Makadi Bay Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Sahl Hasheesh or Makadi Bay? Compare the two Red Sea resort areas south of Hurghada, with things to do, excursions, reef safety, and when to visit.
Photo: Marc Ryckaert / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)El Gouna Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
El Gouna is a lagoon-and-marina resort town near Hurghada, suited to a relaxed beach stay, kitesurfing, and diving. What to do, where to stay, and how many nights to plan.
Photo: Ввласенко / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Hurghada Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Hurghada is a Red Sea base for beaches, island boat trips, snorkeling and diving, and an easy finish after Luxor. Pick one main priority and plan the rest of your stay around it.
Photo: Hatem Moushir / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Ain Sokhna Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Ain Sokhna is the closest Red Sea coast to Cairo. Learn how to get there, how to choose a resort, when to go and whether it or Hurghada suits your trip better.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Siwa Oasis Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan Siwa Oasis day by day: Shali fortress, the Oracle Temple, springs, and salt lakes, guided Great Sand Sea trips, where to stay, and how to travel respectfully.
Photo: Kevin Gabbert - User: (WT-shared) Kevin James at wts wi… (Public domain)Marsa Matrouh Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan Marsa Matrouh: its white-sand beaches and coves, the summer season, getting there, safe family beach days, and combining the coast with Alexandria, El Alamein and Siwa.
Photo: Sohilaali869 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)North Coast Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Egypt's Mediterranean North Coast is a seasonal resort region. How to choose a base, check beach access, plan swims and pair the coast with Alexandria or El Alamein.
Photo: Original uploader was TheEgyptian at en.wikipedia / Wiki… (CC BY-SA 3.0)El Alamein Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
El Alamein offers two trips in one: the museum and memorials of the 1942 battles, and summer beaches on Egypt's North Coast. How to plan each, and how to combine them.
Illustrative imageMinya Heritage Route Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan the Minya Heritage Route: pick a theme, choose a priority site, and link Beni Hasan, Amarna and Tuna el-Gebel in a realistic two to three days.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Abydos Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Abydos is a sacred site of ancient Egypt. See what is there beyond the Temple of Seti I, how to get there from Luxor or Sohag, and how to plan your time.
Photo: Bernard Gagnon / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)Dendera Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Plan a visit to Dendera: the Temple of Hathor with its astronomical ceiling, roof chapels and Cleopatra relief, how to get there from Luxor and how to combine it with Abydos.
Photo: Shams radwan / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Fayoum Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Fayoum brings pottery villages, lakes, desert waterfalls, and the whale fossils of Wadi El Hitan within two hours of Cairo. Choose your focus and plan the day.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Alexandria Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Alexandria's main sights, from the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa to Qaitbay Citadel, with a practical route, day-trip versus overnight advice, and seasonal tips.
Photo: Przemyslaw "Blueshade" Idzkiewicz / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)Lake Nasser Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Lake Nasser holds rescued Nubian temples and Abu Simbel. Learn what you can see, how to visit by cruise or from Aswan, and when to go.
Photo: Diego Delso / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Abu Simbel Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
A practical guide to Abu Simbel: how to get there from Aswan, how long to allow, a suggested route through the Great Temple and the Small Temple, and tips for a smooth visit.
Photo: Original: Mohamed Hozyen Derivative work: Aristeas / Wik… (CC BY-SA 4.0)Aswan Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Philae, the Nubian Museum, Elephantine Island, and the river: how to plan two or three unhurried days in Aswan, when to go, and how to add Abu Simbel.
Photo: Olaf Tausch / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)Kom Ombo Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Kom Ombo is known for its double temple of Sobek and Horus the Elder. What to see, how long to stay, day or evening visits, and pairing it with Edfu.
Photo: Marc Ryckaert / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Edfu Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Edfu's Temple of Horus is a very well-preserved temple. Here is how to visit from a cruise or by road, a route through the temple and how long to allow.
Photo: Karelj / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)Esna Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Esna pairs the newly cleaned Temple of Khnum with a covered market, an old merchant quarter, and the Nile lock. How to get there and fit it into your route.
Photo: Balloon_over_Luxor_-_Egypt.jpg: Marcosleal derivative wo… (CC BY-SA 3.0)Luxor Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
What to see in Luxor on both banks of the Nile, how many days to allow, a suggested three-day plan, and practical tips for planning your visit.
Photo: lumoplank / Wikimedia Commons (CC0)Saqqara & Dahshur Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
Saqqara and Dahshur trace pyramid building from Djoser to Sneferu. Compare the sites, choose what to see and plan a full day from Cairo with Memphis.
Photo: Petar Milošević / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)Giza Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan Giza: the pyramids, the Great Sphinx, whether to go inside a pyramid, fitting in the Grand Egyptian Museum, and where to go next.
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 4.0)Cairo Travel Guide: What to See & How to Plan
How to plan Cairo by neighborhood: choosing between its museums, exploring Islamic Cairo and Old Cairo, a sample three-day outline, and onward trips.
Photo: Chrissie talk - Christian Rosenbaum. Author on German Wikip… (CC BY 2.5)Egypt Travel Guide
Cairo and Giza, then the Nile to Luxor and Aswan: how to choose destinations, how long to stay in each, and where to go beyond the classic Egypt route.
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